What To Do After a Marathon?
With the London Marathon completed, thousands of runners across the country will be asking themselves what to do next. For us at Ultra Challenge the answer is simple – a trail 50km. With a relaxed atmosphere but an even bigger sense of achievement from completing an ultramarathon, trail running (or jogging or walking!) offers a […]
The Perfect Marathon Week: Dos and Don’ts
April is unofficially the UK’s ‘Marathon Month’, with about 100,000 people expected to take on London, Brighton, Manchester, and countless other events. Long distance challenges are built through months of training, but the final week can make a huge difference. Here are the best marathon tips for the week before your big day. At Ultra […]
Ultra Trailblazerz Launches at the Bath 50 Ultra Challenge®
The Bath 50 Ultra Challenge hosted our first ever wave of Ultra Trailblazerz last Saturday. These competitive runners took on the 50km ultramarathon option, enjoying sunny skies and a clear course. New for 2026, Ultra Trailblazerz expands our trail running offering towards the front-of-the-pack. Our first outing was a huge success and led to both […]
The Bath 50 Ultra Challenge®
Last Saturday, we welcomed 2,000 Challengers at Bath Racecourse to take on the Bath 50 Ultra Challenge – and what a day it was! Across the 50km, 29km, and 10km distances, participants smashed personal goals and pushed themselves further. It was inspiring to watch everyone coming over the finish line after a long day out. […]
The Hardest Part Of Any Endurance Event
How to Achieve your Ultra Marathon Goals As part of our ‘Your Challenge, Your Story’ campaign, we’ve been asking participants what the most difficult part of an Ultra Challenge® is. The moment that almost stopped them from reaching their goals. The toughest barrier on route to the finish line. The overwhelming answer was a surprising […]
How to Build Your 2026 Ultra Challenge Calendar
Whether you are a seasoned Ultra Challenger looking for new adventure, or dreaming of your first endurance challenge, now is the perfect time to plan your 2026 Challenge Calendar! Taking on an Ultra Challenge becomes about so much more than event day itself. Use this guide to help you out! Step 1: What is Your […]
How to Balance Christmas and Staying Active
For those trying to stay active, or even train for an Ultra Challenge, Christmas if full of times where you’re faced with a decision – to get active, or not. The simple answer is: do whatever feels right for you and fits into your life. Young children, family caring duties, and even the Christmas cooking […]
Ultra Challenge® at The Running Conference 2025
From 7th-9th December, Ultra Challenge® joined over one hundred other brands at The Running Conference 2025 hosted by The Running Industry Alliance. With some of the most experienced and knowledgeable voices in the running industry present, it was a fantastic opportunity to learn from others and make sure we are doing everything we can to […]
Winter Tips & Tricks for the Outdoors
When the temperature drops and the daylight hours get shorter, getting outside can feel tough, but winter can be the best season to build your fitness, strength, and routine. Here are eight lesser known, yet surprisingly effective, tips to help the Ultra Challenge® community stay consistent – tried and tested by the Ultra Challenge® team! […]
Join us at the National Running Show
Ultra Challenge® is coming to The National Running Show – Join us with a FREE TICKET! On 31st January and 1st February 2026, Ultra Challenge® will be joining world-leading brands in the running industry at The National Running Show in Birmingham. Join us at the N.E.C. to hear about our 2026 Challenges, talk to the […]
